Spirits of Happy Valley

Around these parts, no matter where you turn you are bound to find a Penn State logo or theme on something, especially during football season. From stickers on cars to flags outside of homes, and from the clothing people wear to the tattoos on their bodies, Penn State fans really love to show their pride.…

I truly enjoy walking into a dark neighborhood bar to meet some friends for a drink, because I just know I am going to have a fun time. Sure, the floors at these establishments may be a little sticky and there may not be a big fancy menu, but no matter, the drinks are cheap…

Ahhhh, it is finally September, and I could not be happier. September brings us cooler temperatures, the start of that beautiful fall foliage, football Saturdays (go, Nittany Lions) and Sundays, and, maybe best of all, Oktoberfest (sometimes spelled Octoberfest) style beers. Yes, some may clamor for pumpkin spice lattes, but to me the flavor of…

There is something perfect about sitting outside on a warm summer night enjoying an ice cold beer and a hot dog with friends at the old ball yard. From the crack of the bat to the smell of roasted nuts in the air, I love it all.  While we don’t have a big league team…

Imagine finishing up a long hike or an epic mountain bike ride in Rothrock State Forest and having a chill place to go with your family and friends (even the four-legged variety) to enjoy a pint by the firepit with some nice food and plenty of comfortable space to share stories of your adventure. Call…

Need fresh ideas for your next local beverage? Try one—or more—of these Town&Gown staff favorites, from fruity to flowery (really!) to just plain refreshing. See more favorites in the full story at https://digital.olivesoftware.com/Olive/ODN/TownAndGown/default.aspx?href=INGZTG/2023/06/02

Over the past eight months or so, ever since construction of the Boal City Brewery began on the historic Columbus Chapel and Boal Mansion Museum property, I have been asked often by inquiring (and thirsty) souls, “Any idea of when that new brewery in Boalsburg is going to open? It looks like it is going…

What started off as a basement hobby has grown into a full-grown family business for husband-and-wife team Steve and Katy Flood, owners of Hungry Run Wine Bar & Bistro. The couple has made a name for themselves in the local wine game as Hungry Run Wine Cellars and recently expanded their business with a wine…

It is finally March and we have almost made it through the long, cold Pennsylvania winter. It is time to celebrate the upcoming thaw, and Saint Patrick’s Day is the perfect day to think about greener times. Now, I am not Irish, nor have I ever been to Ireland, but I sure do enjoy Saint…

When she opened The Blonde Bistro in downtown Bellefonte 12 years ago, owner Ciara Semack—she puts the blonde in Blonde Bistro—was glad to provide a comfy atmosphere where customers could enjoy her homemade from-scratch menu. But she never thought she would be adding house-made beer to her offering. Well, after a second move in three…